These 6 Crazy Comfortable Camping Items Are Insanely Discounted Right Now

Ask avid backpackers or mountain climbers for gear recommendations, and they’re bound to proffer a lengthy dissertation of which the thesis states: carry the smallest, lightest equipment available. Outdoor companies tend to agree; generally speaking, innovating often means cutting ounces and size without sacrificing elements like warmth and weather protection. Case in point: our first-hand look at an upcoming Big Agnes tent that weighs less than a pound.

There’s something to be said for camping that emphasizes comfort, though. We commonly pitch our tents feet away from our cars, not miles up a trail — so why not sleep in a shelter as big as a shed? If this type of outdoor living is more your speed, a handful of 4th of July sales are delivering discounts up to 40 percent off on everything you need to set up a proper base camp. Below, you’ll find our favorites.

REI Co-op Grand Hut 6

REI calls this tent the Grand Hut for a reason: it’s large enough to stand up in and sleeps six comfortably (but using it for two plus a dog is nice too).

The North Face Campforter Down Sleeping Bag

The North Face built the Campforter to mimic the duvet on your bed at home. It’s plush and roomy, and with a 35-degree rating, ideal for sleeping in a range of temperatures during prime camping season.

BioLite FirePit

Not all campsites come with stone ring fire pits. Don’t leave your sausage grilling or s’mores making to fate — bring your own. BioLite’s FirePit has an integrated fan that lets you control the strength of your flame while minimizing smoke at the same time.